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OU08 YCG

2008 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Black Registered in Oxford, Oxford · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2008 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 78,496 miles on the clock, averaging 6,152 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.

MOT & Mileage History for OU08 YCG

MOT Status
Due date passed
78,496
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2011
67%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 4 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
6,152

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading78,496 miles
Reading date
Average per year6,152
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for OU08 YCG 28k41k53k66k78k '11'19'15

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage78,496 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage78,496 miles
Since last MOT+7,653 miles
PASS
Mileage70,843 miles
Since last MOT+8,068 miles
PASS
Mileage62,775 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage62,775 miles
Since last MOT+6,829 miles
PASS
Mileage55,946 miles
Since last MOT+2,185 miles
PASS
Mileage53,761 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage53,761 miles
Since last MOT+10,850 miles
PASS
Mileage42,911 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage42,911 miles
Since last MOT+8,128 miles
PASS
Mileage34,783 miles
Since last MOT+6,814 miles
PASS
Mileage27,969 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Vauxhall Astra

These are the most commonly reported problems on Vauxhall Astra models (1998–2009), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Central locking door mechanism (driver's door microswitches and lock motors)

Microswitches in driver's door wear out, interrupting central locking signal; lock motors seize from dirt/moisture. · Typical repair: £100-250 (switches £20-50, motors £50-100 + labour).

Passenger compartment wiring connectors (transverse harness under carpet, front-rear junction)

Connectors corrode from wet carpets (leaks or spills), causing glitches in electrics/ECUs. · Typical repair: £150-400 (harness section £50-150 + drying/labour; full harness £300+).

Rear brake calipers (seizing/pistons)

Caliper pistons corrode/seize, causing uneven pad wear. · Typical repair: £200-450 per side (caliper £80-150 + discs/pads/labour).

Front suspension wheel bearings (integrated in hubs)

Bearings wear prematurely due to hub design, especially on pothole-heavy UK roads. · Typical repair: £250-500 per side (hub assembly £100-200 + labour/alignment).

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU08 YCG
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeOU — Oxford, Oxford
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About OU08 YCG

What car is OU08 YCG?

OU08 YCG is an black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Oxford in 2008.

What is the mileage of OU08 YCG?

The last recorded mileage for OU08 YCG was 78,496 miles, recorded on 18 May 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has OU08 YCG passed its MOT?

OU08 YCG has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 18 May 2019.

Is OU08 YCG ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, OU08 YCG is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.

How old is OU08 YCG?

OU08 YCG is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.